wade through
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To search or progress through with difficulty, as when performing a boring, repetitive research task.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
This synopsis saves me from having to wade through a pile of textbooks.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “wade through” mean?
To search or progress through with difficulty, as when performing a boring, repetitive research task.
Is “wade through” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.